The University of Washington (UW, simply Washington, or informally U-Dub) is a public research university in Seattle, Washington. Founded on November 4, 1861, as Territorial University, Washington is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast; it was established in Seattle approximately a decade after the city's founding. The university has a 703 acre main campus located in the city's University District, as well as campuses in Tacoma and Bothell. Overall, UW encompasses more than 500 buildings and over 20 million gross square footage of space, including one of the largest library systems in the world with more than 26 university libraries, art centers, museums, laboratories, lecture halls, and stadiums.
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington-Seattle Campus serves as the intellectual core of the university, encompassing a vast array of disciplines across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematical sciences. With over fifty academic units, it provides a rich and diverse educational experience through numerous undergraduate and graduate programs, offering seventy-two degree options and over one hundred majors and minors. This comprehensive approach delivers a strong liberal arts foundation, emphasizing critical thinking, effective communication, and a deep understanding of the world. The College fosters a dynamic community dedicated to interdisciplinary collaboration, innovative teaching, and impactful research, shaping students into adaptable thinkers prepared for a changing global landscape.
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